ISSN:
1432-0878
Keywords:
Olfactory
;
Sensilla
;
Ultrastructure
;
Insects
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Scanning- and transmission electron-microscope studies of the sensilla of the pedicel of Nilaparvata lugens have revealed an elaborate plaque organ and three structurally different types of trichoid hairs. Each plaque organ is innervated by 120–150 neurons arranged in groups. The porous sensory cuticle is folded into finger-like projections and is surrounded by protective non-sensory denticles. Trichoid sensilla differ in number of neurons, appearance of dendrites and arrangement of pores. Type I, innervated by 2 neurons, has pores along its length and is probably olfactory in function. Types II and III are innervated by one and five neurons, respectively, and the absence of pores along the hair shaft indicates a possible gustatory role. The importance of these sensilla is discussed with reference to the behaviour of this important insect pest.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00204881
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